News / 2018
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Webster returns home for latest visit
April 18, 2018
Roger Webster's latest Besson bandroom visit took him back to his first principal cornet role at Rockingham Band — and a chance to repay early encouragement.
New Principal at Royal Welsh College
April 18, 2018
Helena Gaunt will take over as the new Principal of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff.
Rallying cry to Frickley South Elmsall non contesting renaissance
April 18, 2018
The Frickley South Elmsall Band is determined to carry on playing after closure threat is overcome.
Oh you pretty things...
April 18, 2018
John Doyle and a trio of Leyland Band players entertain the guests at the 30th birthday party of billionaire fashion mogul Umar Kamani...
March memory in tribute of Dave Morris
April 18, 2018
A brand new march called 'Bolsover Castle' is to be premiered at the forthcoming Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School in memory of the much missed David Morris.
Fountain link for Fairey in Utrecht
April 18, 2018
James Fountain will play principal cornet with Fairey Band at the forthcoming European Championship in Utrecht.
Tredegar join forces for Tallis crowning achievement
April 18, 2018
Tredegar Band will be joined by the critically acclaimed Palestrina Singers for their Thomas Tallis inspired concert in the magnificent setting of Llandaff Cathedral next month.
Tameside Whit Friday details announced
April 17, 2018
With just over five weeks to go, all the essential details for this years Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.
Coldstream Guards support Combat Stress charity
April 17, 2018
The Band of the Coldstream Guards will be supporting the vital Combat Stress Charity in a concert at Cadogan Hall in May.
Marshall to lead cornet spotlight
April 17, 2018
Black Dyke's principal cornet Richard Marshall will be hosting his popular Cornet Spotlight once again — and you can be part of it.
Leyburn honoured by St Paul's performance
April 17, 2018
The Leyburn Band has enjoyed the honoured of performing at St Paul's Cathedral in London in honour of the trade union leader Mary Turner. .
Yorkshire Youth take Festival aim
April 17, 2018
The massed ranks of the Yorkshire Youth Band has been working hard towards its appearance at the forthcoming Black Dyke Festival.
Cross border inspiration for Foden's
April 17, 2018
Star players from Foden's Band will head across Offa's Dyke later this month to lead a workshop day with in Abergele.
Kerwin takes the helm at GT Group Peterlee
April 17, 2018
The experienced Simon Kerwin takes over the MD duties at GT Group Peterlee Band
RAF Music Services to showcase solo talent
April 17, 2018
RAF Music Services will be showcasing their top talent at RAF Northolt next month.
Great response to prison break with Royal Marines
April 17, 2018
Plenty of people have been signing up for a low brass open day at the old Naval Detention Quarters in Portsmouth led by the likes of David Childs and Les Neish — and you can still enjoy a spell inside too.
Albert Hall National Final tickets now on sale
April 17, 2018
Tickets for the Championship Section contest are now on sale direct from the Royal Albert Hall.
Foden's opt for Bach on Brussels in Birmingham
April 16, 2018
The Swiss conductor Michael Bach will link up with Foden's for their British Open appearance later this year.
2018 Brass in Concert draws announced
April 16, 2018
The draws for the 2018 Brass in Concert Entertainment Championship and Youth Brass in Concert Entertainment Championship have been made.
2018 Band Cymru finalists revealed
April 16, 2018
The televised Band Cymru final will be between Brass Beaumaris, BTM, Cory and Northop as judges pick their best four to battle for a potential £10,000 first prize.
International panel to go Dutch
April 16, 2018
Adjudicators from France, Scotland, England, Switzerland and Holland to make the all important decisions at the 2018 Netherlands National Championships in Utrecht this year.
Brass for Africa announces new appointment
April 16, 2018
The experienced bandsman Rob Stew will become the new Coordinator for UK Brass Band Engagement for the Brass for Africa Charity.
Newtown looks to attract marching entries
April 16, 2018
The seventh Newtown March & Open Air Contest will be looking to fill the streets of the pretty Mid-Wales town with plenty of great music making.
Report & Result: 2018 Band Cymru — Fourth Semi-Final
April 16, 2018
As show of musical bravery sees Tongwynlais Temperance win a closely fought semi-final of the Band Cymru competition.
Audience euphoria as Glover gives Asian premiere of concerto
April 14, 2018
The audience certainly responded in kind when Mark Glover gave the Asian premiere of Zaidi Sabtu-Ramli's 'Euphoria!' euphonium concerto.
